Gerardo Suarez del Real

COO Sliding.ca

  • Toronto ON

To help others learn new skills, so they can improve their life.

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Biography

Gerardo is a master in reinventing himself, a people person and a trainer at heart. He has been designing and delivering workshops for over 20 years.

Since 2011, he has been a co-founder, co-owner, and COO of Sliding.ca, an organization devoted to helping presenters to structure, design and deliver clear, concise, and compelling presentations.

While studying Electronics Engineering in Mexico, Gerardo discovered his passion for training and has been training and delivering presentations ever since.

He has been a successful IT consultant and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), a professional fashion photographer, and now, combining both skill sets, an eminent presentations coach, trainer, and designer.

In 2013 he received his Instructing Adults Certificate from George Brown College. He is a member of the Canadian Society for Training and Development (CSTD) and he is currently pursuing his Certified Training Practitioner (CTP) designation.

Gerardo is also a very active Toastmaster, achieving the highest recognition, Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM), in 2013. He has served as Area Governor, VP Membership, mentor for several members and a new club, and as a coach for several advanced speakers.

The encouragement and facilitation of the creative process is one of Gerardo’s greatest passions.

Industry Expertise

Education/Learning
Audio Visual
Professional Training and Coaching
Training and Development

Areas of Expertise

Presentations
Visual Thinking
Coaching
Powerpoint

Education

Folkuniversitetet

Fotografisk Projektar Diploma

Photography

2003

George Brown College

Certificate

Instructing Adults

2013

Affiliations

  • Canadian Society for Training and Development (CSTD)
  • Toastmasters International

Testimonials

Manager, Leadership Development at University of Toronto, ODLC

http://www.odlc.utoronto.ca/

Organizational Development & Leadership Centre, University of Toronto

Knowledgeable, precise, and with an obvious passion for helping others learn, Gerardo is a true professional. Gerardo’s enthusiasm for creating world class presentations is inspiring. With an engaging, respectful, and humorous style of teaching, Gerardo keeps learners focussed on the essence of the message. Workshop participants rate Gerardo as excellent!

Business English Trainer

http://www.microskills.ca/

MicroSkills

Gerardo infuses every environment he works in with creativity and good humour. He is focussed, attentive and driven. He has the special ability to join any project and synthesize the energies of those around him to achieve results. I always look forward to working with Gerardo!

President

http://mwresearch.ca/

MW Research & Consulting

This seminar is extremely valuable for anyone who faces the ongoing challenges of creating presentations that are insightful, inspiring, and interesting for their audience. Gerardo is an excellent facilitator and delivers valuable information. Even if you think you know everything there is to know about presentation design, I bet you will learn something new. Well worth the time and financial investment! Two thumbs up!

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Event Appearances

How to Design Effective Presentations

2011 D60 Fall Conference  Holyday Inn Markham, ON, Canada

2011-11-13

To the Point PowerPoint

To the Point PowerPoint  Toronto, ON, Canada

2011-12-17

The SLIDING Methodology for the CPMP

CPMP Leadership Series  North York Civic Centre, Toronto, ON, Canada

2012-03-17

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Sample Talks

Perfect Presentations

In this seminar you will discover what it takes to structure, design and deliver presentations that pay dividends long after you finish speaking.

Welcome to Perfect Presentations.

Whether you’re just starting out or seeking the competitive advantage that will establish you as the expert in your field you’ll leave Perfect Presentations with practical information that you can immediately begin to apply to improve your bottom line.

Come to the Perfect Presentations seminar to learn what it takes to:

+ Structure and script engaging and persuasive storylines.
+ Create professional-looking slides that enhance and clarify your message.
+ Connect with your audience right from the start.

Use the SLIDING Method to Prepare your Presentations

Produce truly memorable presentations by using the SLIDING method to optimize the structure, narrative and content of your presentation.

SLIDING is a proven methodology to select your most valuable ideas, organize them, fit them into a compelling narrative.

The seven-step SLIDING process is an invaluable tool for preparing a presentation because it takes the guesswork out of structuring your content. You will save time, avoid frustration, and establish a closer connection with your audience.

Attend this highly interactive SLIDING workshop and start saving time and effort. While recouping superior results.


At the SLIDING workshop you will know how to:

+ Choose and develop a structure when preparing a presentation.
+ Use contrast to add more impact to your message.
+ Craft your message for 21st century audiences.
+ Utilize visual thinking processes that boost your creativity.
+ Sketch a draft of your presentation’s graphic design.

Here is what others have to say about the SLIDING Workshop:

“I am amazed at what I have learned in such a short period of time attending workshops provided by Sliding.ca! I am a better presenter!”
Elton Brown , Toastmasters: District 60 – Lieutenant Governor Education and Training – Elected

The Art of Slide Presentation Design

The Art of Slide Presentation Design will teach you how to create presentations that blossom with colour, memorable images, and harmonious text. This hands-on workshop will teach you how to hone your slide presentation design skills in order to create fresh and memorable presentations that will inspire your audience and move them to embrace your message.

This seminar explains how to create slide presentations that look professional, maintain thematic consistency, and reinforce the presenter’s message.

During the course of this seminar participants will discover how to:

+ Select and use fonts that are consistent with their message.
+ Coordinate colour to attain a clean and professional look.
+ Reinforce their message through the appropriate use of images and graphics.
Achieve visual balance through the effective use of space and layout.

Heres’s what others are saying about The Art of Slide Presentation Design:

This seminar/workshop is extremely valuable for anyone who faces the ongoing challenges of creating presentations that are insightful, inspiring, and interesting for their audience. Gerardo is an excellent facilitator and delivers valuable information. Even if you think you know everything there is to know about presentation design, I bet you will learn something new. Well worth the time and financial investment! Two thumbs up!
Michelle Warren, President at MW Research & Consulting

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Style

Availability

  • Keynote
  • Moderator
  • Panelist
  • Workshop Leader
  • Host/MC
  • Corporate Training

Fees

$0 to $5000*Will consider certain engagements for no fee